Governor Brian Kemp proposes tort reform to reduce insurance rates, but Democrats oppose, citing consumer protection and transparency.

It would revise rules that govern lawsuits which he said are raising insurance rates and costs for businesses.

After weeks of suspense, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp’s proposal to overhaul Georgia’s legal landscape is finally here. At a jam-packed press conference Thursday, Kemp gathered state lawmakers and business leaders at Georgia’s state Capitol to introduce policies he says are aimed at reducing insurance prices for businesses and everyday consumers alike.

Gov. Brian Kemp is set to unveil new legislation aimed at reforming Georgia’s legal system to limit lawsuits and large jury verdicts.

Tort reform has been an item on the governor’s legislative wish list for a while, and he said it could lead to lower insurance premiums for drivers and small business owners down the line.

Gov. Brian Kemp unveiled comprehensive tort reform legislation Thursday aimed at reining in huge jury verdicts Republicans say are making it hard for Georgia citizens and businesses to

Georgia. Gov. Brian Kemp is reiterating his pitch for lawsuit limits, saying they will halt rising insurance costs. The reality, though, is more complicated.

ATLANTA — Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp on Thursday reiterated his simple pitch for lawsuit limits: They’ll halt rising insurance costs. The issue, commonly referenced as tort reform, is Kemp’s top priority this year.

Gov. Brian Kemp unveils proposed overhaul of legal system he says will bring down insurance costs for Georgians.

Atlanta’s mayor and Georgia’s governor will hold their annual news conference addressing human trafficking awareness at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on Thursday morning.

A Georgia high school says that one of the soldiers involved in the mid-air collision was a former student and a member of their MCJROTC program.

As lawmakers gear up for week two at the Georgia State Capitol, Governor Brian Kemp made tort reform a priority this legislative session.